Healthy Recipes Mealtimes Healthy Snack Recipes 19 5-Ingredient Snacks You'll Want to Make Forever By Dillon Evans Dillon Evans Dillon Evans fell in love with cooking at a very young age. He remembers the novel experiences of microwaving a bowl of oatmeal without his parents' permission and asking to make his mother's morning pot of coffee. These moments became catalysts for his interest in cooking and baking. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on February 9, 2024 Trending Videos Close this video player Step aside complicated snacks—these delicious bites take just five ingredients or less to make (not counting pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil)! These tasty dishes are simple, flavorful and highly-rated, receiving four- and five-star reviews from EatingWell readers. We’re sure you’re going to love recipes like our Strawberry-Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark and Savory Date & Pistachio Bites to help you feel satisfied between meals. 01 of 19 Peanut Butter Energy Balls These healthy peanut butter and chocolate energy balls deliver a mixture of simple and complex carbohydrates to help fuel you up whenever you need a little boost. View Recipe 02 of 19 Strawberry-Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark Greek yogurt gets studded with fresh strawberries and chocolate chips and then frozen so you can break it into chunks just like chocolate bark (but healthier!). This colorful snack is perfect for kids and adults alike. View Recipe 03 of 19 Savory Date & Pistachio Bites A touch of sweetness from the dates and raisins paired with crunch and nuttiness from the pistachios make these bites perfect for an on-the-go snack or as an accompaniment on a cheese board. View Recipe 04 of 19 Bread with Peanut Butter This quick-and-easy snack is a hearty treat that is packed with protein and has heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. View Recipe 05 of 19 Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas Diana Chistruga Try this satisfying snack instead of nuts. The tasty legumes are lower in calories and packed with fiber. View Recipe 06 of 19 Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter Top multigrain rice cakes with creamy peanut butter for a nutritious snack with protein and fiber to keep you feeling full. View Recipe 07 of 19 Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls Sweet, sticky dates act as the glue for these no-bake energy balls. Perfect for hikes or during sports, this healthy snack travels well. For the best flavor and texture, use Medjool dates--the largest and most luscious date variety. Look for them in the produce cdepartment or near other dried fruits. View Recipe 08 of 19 Crispy Peanut Butter Balls All you need are four simple ingredients to make healthier crispy peanut butter balls that kids and grownups will love. Make this easy recipe for a bite-size treat, on-the-go snack or easy homemade gift. You can swap the peanut butter for almond butter or even sunflower seed butter if you need a nut-free snack for school. View Recipe 09 of 19 Greek Yogurt with Fruit & Nuts This simple snack with protein and healthy fat will get you through the afternoon slump. View Recipe 10 of 19 Mango Fruit Leather This no-sugar-added fruit snack is a healthy treat kids and adults will both love. It's perfect for packing in a lunchbox for school or work or just enjoying as a snack or better-for-you dessert at home. View Recipe 11 of 19 Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey A simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It's the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized. View Recipe 12 of 19 2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream Whir up frozen bananas into an “ice cream” without the cream! Peanut butter adds a natural swirl of flavor for a sweet and satisfying dessert with no added sugar. View Recipe 13 of 19 Toasted Paprika Chickpeas Toasted chickpeas are now a popular vegan snack, but why spend extra money buying them at the health food store when you can easily make them yourself? They're delicious as a snack but also make a wonderful salad topping. View Recipe 14 of 19 Tomato-Cheddar Cheese Toast A perfect soup pairing or an easy snack, this healthy cheese toast recipe features fresh tomatoes, salty Cheddar cheese and cracked pepper atop slices of crusty bread View Recipe 15 of 19 Greek Yogurt with Strawberries Protein-rich Greek yogurt and sweet strawberries make for a super-simple and satisfying snack. View Recipe 16 of 19 Fig & Ricotta Toast This easy toast makes a quick breakfast for any day of the week. View Recipe 17 of 19 Tahini-Yogurt Dip Serve this creamy yogurt dip with baby carrots, sliced radishes or whole-wheat pita triangles. View Recipe 18 of 19 Peanut Butter Stuffed Energy Balls PHOTOGRAPHER: MORGAN HUNT GLAZE, FOOD STYLIST: MELISSA GRAY, PROP STYLIST: JOSHUA HOGGLE Peanuts do double duty in this easy snack recipe: peanut butter makes a creamy center while chopped roasted peanuts add a welcome crunch to the exterior. We prefer to use natural peanut butter, which is a little oilier and looser, to help create the gooey center. Dates add a natural sweetness to this healthy snack. Use any leftover date mixture to patch any holes in the energy balls. Pack these bites in your lunchbox for a tasty morning or afternoon snack. View Recipe 19 of 19 Roasted Buffalo Chickpeas Soaking chickpeas in vinegary hot sauce gives them a mouthwatering tang before they crisp up in the oven. The result? An addictively crunchy snack that's actually good for you. View Recipe Was this page helpful? 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